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NUTRITION 207 Test 2
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10/28/2009

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Term
Hormone that causes a decrease in blood glucose level.
Definition
Insulin
Term
Recommended intake is no more than 10% of total kcals/day.
Definition
Saturated Fat
Term
Metabolic compound that enters the Citric Acid Cycle
Definition
Acetyl-CoA
Term
The most common form of diabetes.
Definition
Type 2
Term
Amount of a viatmin know as beriberi.
Definition
Thymine
Term
Coenzyme in amino acid metabolism; supplements used to treat PMS and carpal tunnel.
Definition
Vitamin B6
Term
Coenzyme in glycolysis; the body makes it from tryptophan.
Definition
Niacin
Term
Milk is a source of this vitamin; forms the coenzyme FAD.
Definition
Riboflavin
Term
Fatty acid with two double bonds.
Definition
Polyunsaturated
Term
Food that provides 3 grams or less fat per serving.
Definition
Low Fat
Term
Hormone that stimulates release of bile and pancreatic enzymes into the small intestine during fat digestion.
Definition
CCK
Term
The essential fatty acids.
Definition
Linoleic/ Linolenic
Term
Most of the fat in foods and in the body is composed of this type of fat
Definition
Triglycerides
Term
Reducing saturated fat and trans fats in the diet can be helpful in the reduction in blood levels of this type of lipoproteins.
Definition
LDL
Term
Lipoprotein with the highest percentage of cholesterol.
Definition
LDL
Term
Lipogenesis
Definition
Synthesis of fatty acids.
Term
Three fatty acids attached to glycerol.
Definition
Triglyceride
Term
Three fatty acids attached to glycerol.
Definition
Triglyceride
Term
Lecithin
Definition
It's an emulsifier. (Useful in foods)
Term
EPA, DHA and linolenic acid.
Definition
Omega 3 fatty acid
Term
Types of fatty acids that go directly into the bloodstream after lipid digestion.
Definition
Short/ Medium Chain
Term
The process of hydrogenation results in the formation of this type of fat that raises LDL and lowers HDL in the blood.
Definition
Trans Fat
Term
The structures are composed of triglycerides, cholesterol, protein, phospholipids and fat soluble vitamins.
Definition
Lipoprotein
Term
Biologically active compounds made from omega fatty acids that help regulate blood pressure, blood clotting and the immune response.
Definition
Eicosnoids
Term
Components of every cell membrane.
Definition
Phospholipids
Term
Breakdown of triglycerides into glycerol and free fatty acids.
Definition
glycolisis
Term
Build-up of fatty materials (plaque) in artery walls.
Definition
Atherosclerosis
Term
During this metabolic process, two-carbon fragments are broken from fatty acids and used to make acetyl-CoA.
Definition
Fatty Oxidation
Term
"Bodies" formed from the incomplete breakdown of fat; they can replace glucose as food for the brain.
Definition
Keytones
Term
ADMR for total fat intake.
Definition
20-30% of total kcals.
Term
Type of protein in foods that lacks the sufficient amounts of one or more essential amino acids.
Definition
incomplete or low quality
Term
The chemical digestion of protein begins here.
Definition
The Stomach (proteins hit the acid in the stomach)
Term
Enzyme that breaks down protein in the stomach.
Definition
Pepsin
Term
Substance in the stomach responsible for protein denaturation.
Definition
Hydrochloric Acid
Term
When protein intake is less than the protein output.
Definition
Positive Balance
Term
RDA for protein.
Definition
.8 g per kg of body weight
Term
Type of PEM resulting from consuming insufficient amounts of both protein and kcals.
Definition
Marasmus
Term
Nitrogen is stripped from amino acids and then used to make this substance that is excreted in urine.
Definition
Urea
Term
The amount of pure ethanol in one drink.
Definition
1/2 oz.
Term
This type of vegetarian consumes only plant products.
Definition
Vegan
Term
Macronutrient that is especially easy for the body to store as fat when excess kcals are consumed.
Definition
FAT
Term
The organ in the body that can manufacture nonessential amino acids, convert fructose to glucose, detoxify alcohol and build fatty acids from excess glucose.
Definition
The Liver
Term
When glycogen has been depleted in the body, this metabolic pathway uses amino acids to make (synthesize) glucose.
Definition
Gluconeogenesis
Term
This organ can metabolize approximately 1/2 ounce of ethanol per hour.
Definition
The Liver
Term
Enzyme that breaks down alcohol in the stomach and liver.
Definition
Alcohol Dehydroginase.
Term
Stage of liver damage that is not reversible.
Definition
Cirrhosis
Term
Consumption of alcohol can decrease production of this hormone that helps the body retain fluid.
Definition
Anti-Dieretic Hormone
Term
Percentage of alcohol in 80 proof liquor.
Definition
40%
Term
Number of kcals provided by one gram of alcohol.
Definition
7 kcals/g
Term
When nutrients from a meal are no longer available, the body draws on the stored forms of these two macronutrients to provide energy,
Definition
Protein and Fat
Term
These two macronutrients can be used by the body to make glucose.
Definition
Carbs + Protein
Term
When carbohydrate is consumed in excess of the body's needs, it will replace this macronutrient in the fuel mix the body uses to make fat.
Definition
Fat
Term
What are the functions of glucagon?
Definition
It raises blood glucose, breaksdown glycogen and enhances gluconeogenesis.
Term
What are the functions of epinephrine?
Definition
It increases blood sugar.
Term
What is another name for epinephrine?
Definition
Adrenaline (fight or flight response)
Term
What are the functions of Insulin?
Definition
Lowers blood glucose and puts glucose into the cells.
Term
Which parts of the body secrete hormones used to regulated blood glucose levels?
Definition
Pancreas and Adrenal Gland
Term
What hormones are released by the pancreas to regulate blood glucose levels?
Definition
Insulin and Glucagon
Term
What hormones are released by the pancreas to regulate blood glucose levels?
Definition
Insulin and Glucagon
Term
Which hormone is released from the adrenal gland to aid in blood glucose regulation?
Definition
Epinephrine
Term
Vegan
Definition
Plant products only
Term
Lacto Vegetarian
Definition
Plant Products + Dairy
Term
Ovo-Vegitarians
Definition
Plant Products + Eggs
Term
Lacto-Ovo
Definition
Plant Products + Dairy + Eggs
Term
Partial Vegetarians
Definition
Will eat some but not other animal products.
Term
Very-Low-Density Lipoproteins (VLDL)
Definition
Released from the liver to transport lipids to cells in the body. VLDL eventually becomes LDL.
Term
Low-Density-Lipoproteins (LDL)
Definition
Primary transporter of cholesterol to cells in the body. Some of us have too much LDL in our bodies. "Bad Cholesterol"
Term
High-Density-Lipoproteins (HDL)
Definition
Circulate in bloodstream and transport cholesterol back to the liver. "Good Cholesterol"
Term
Which is the "Bad Cholesterol"?
Definition
Low Density Lipoproteins (LDL)
Term
Which is the "Good Cholesterol"?
Definition
High-Density-Lipoproteins (HDL)
Term
Glucagon
Definition
An enzyme in the pancreas that raises the blood glucose levels by causing the breakdown of glycogen in the liver.
Term
Which type of diabetes is insulin resistant?
Definition
Type 2
Term
What are the physical and chemical characteristics of unsaturated fatty acids?
Definition
Tend to be oils at room temperature.
Term
Sterols
Definition
Fatty acid, saturated, found in animal facts and sometimes chocolate.
Term
Sources of Omega-6 fatty acids: (Linoleic Acid)
Definition
Vegetable oils (corn, sunflower, safflower, soybean, cottenseed), poultry fat, nuts, seeds
Term
Sources of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: (Linolenic)
Definition
Oils (flaxseed, canola, walnut, wheat germ, soybean), nuts and seeds, vegatables
Term
What are the three classes of lipids?
Definition
Triglycerides, Phospholipids, Sterols
Term
What does a triglyceride consist of?
Definition
Three fatty acids attached to a glycerol.
Term
90% of the fat in our bodies/ food are made of:
Definition
Triglycerides
Term
What is an Emulsifier?
Definition
Mixes water and oils together. Manufactured foods often have emulsifiers. EX: Salad Dressing - need to mix because water and oils are separate
Term
Gastric Lipase (stomach)
Definition
Breaks down triglycerides containing short and medium chain fatty acids.
Term
What are saturated fatty acids loaded with?
Definition
hydrogens
Term
A triglyceride consists of:
Definition
three fatty acids attached to a glycerol
Term
The difference between cis- abd trans-fatty acids is:
Definition
The configuration around the double bond.
Term
Chylomirons are produced in the:
Definition
Small Intestine
Term
Transport vehicles for lipids are called:
Definition
Lipoproteins
Term
The lipoprotein most associated with high risk of heart disease is:
Definition
LDL
Term
The essential fatty acids include:
Definition
linoleic and linolenic acid
Term
A person consuming 2200 kcalories a day who want to meet health recommendations should limit daily fat intake to:
Definition
50 to 85 grams
Term
A person consuming 2200 kcalories a day who want to meet health recommendations should limit daily fat intake to:
Definition
50 to 85 grams
Term
A person consuming 2200 kcalories a day who want to meet health recommendations should limit daily fat intake to:
Definition
50 to 85 grams
Term
Which part of its chemical structure differentiates one amino acid from another?
Definition
its side group
Term
How much of fat is absorbed?
Definition
95%
Term
What is a positive nitrogen balance?
Definition
The intake is greater than the output.• Some of the protein is staying in the body and less is being broken down and excreted. EXAMPLES: pregnant woman, wound healing, growing child
Term
What is a negative nitrogen balance?
Definition
The intake is less than the output. We are losing more than we are taking in. Examples: Starvation and anorexia
Term
High Quality Protein
Definition
All about the essential amino acids in ample amounts for good nutrition. EX Animal Protein
Term
Low Quality Protein
Definition
Lacking or low in one or more essential amino acids. (Plant Proteins)
Term
AMDR for protein
Definition
10 to 35% of total kcals
Term
The protein RDA for a healthy adult who weighs 180 pounds is:
Definition
65
Term
Which of the following can be synthesized from all 3 energy-yielding nutrients?
Definition
Fat
Term
Feasting
Definition
Excess protein, carb and fat. When a person eats in excess of energy needs, the body stores a small amount of glycogen and much.
Term
If a person consumes 100 kcalories in excess of energy needs from table sugar, approzimately how many of the kcalories are stored in the body?
Definition
75
Term
If a person comsumes 100 kcals in excess energy needs from olive oil, approx. how many kcals are stored in the body?
Definition
95
Term
Fasting
Definition
Suppression of appetite. Slowing of metabolism. WHen the body is not receiving enough energy, it begins to slow down.
Term
Hypoglycemia
Definition
When blood glucose levels are low.
Term
When glycogen has been depleted in the body, this metabolic pathway uses amino acids to make glucose.
Definition
Gluconeogenesis
Term
What is the primary organ that breaks down alcohol to produce fuel?
Definition
Liver
Term
Acetaldehyde
Definition
Damaging effects of alcohol abuse.
Term
Fibrosis
Definition
Scar tissue forms
Term
Cirrhosis
Definition
Hard, dry. Growth of connective tissue destroys liver cells.
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